- The United States is preparing to deploy the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt to the Middle East for at least seven months.
- The USS Theodore Roosevelt is expected to relieve the USS George Washington amid ongoing conflict in the region.
- US President Donald Trump pledged to continue the war with Iran for as long as necessary, stating he has no timetable to resume peace talks.
- Speaking on the eve of the six-month anniversary of the conflict, Trump claimed the US is achieving a major victory while Iran suffers economic collapse.
- Trump emphasised that he is in no hurry to re-enter negotiations with Tehran, maintaining that he will do whatever it takes.
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